This is really not mechanical ascension-Chapter 64 - The Interstellar Review Panel Finally Arrives (Please Subscribe First!)

“Besides, they have their own security team, close protection consists of Class D life forms, we are just going through the motions.”

Yang Peng didn’t like Old Yao’s carefree attitude and frowned, “Do you know how many people are in the entire team?

312 people.

The core members are naturally not in any danger, but what about the others?”

“Including reporters from the Blue Star’s major media, what if something really happens?

Do you want to appear in the news?”

Old Yao’s expression paused, somewhat sheepishly.

“Li Ming…” They were arranging tasks when the security chief approached.

“Chief…”

“Chief…” Several people quickly greeted him.

“You’re busy, you’re busy…” Chief Wang waved his hand, appearing very amiable, “Li Ming, come with me.

And Yang Peng, don’t assign him any tasks.”

Li Ming followed him out.

“Is there a special task for him?” Old Yao said enviously, “Li Ming has a great future ahead, it’s good to be young, unlike us old timers.”

“Look at the defense map!” Yang Peng averted his gaze and scolded.

…

He was taken by Chief Wang to a private office, which was filled with several people, including a few acquaintances like Wang Zhiheng and Zuo Ling.

As he entered, many eyes showed surprise; Wang Zhiheng slightly frowned and muttered to Zuo Ling beside him, “Old Yang really is generous, giving away such a great opportunity.”

Li Ming heard some low discussions and felt slightly puzzled.

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Zuo Ling didn’t respond to him but nodded slightly to Li Ming; she had a good impression of this young man from the way he handled the sniper incident last time.

“Alright, everyone’s here,” Chief Wang clapped his hands, drawing everyone’s attention.

“Our colleagues outside are responsible for the perimeter security.”

“However, close protection is also necessary.

You all are the elite of the elite and must exhibit the standards of Silver Grey City.”

Those outside are deployed around the periphery, controlling the scene, or squatting between those high-rise buildings, not even having the chance to get close, let alone be seen by the bigwigs of Blue Star.

But it’s different for them; they obviously need to get close, even interact, with the bigwigs from Blue Star.

If it went according to Qin Xiao’s plan, even if Yang Peng hadn’t given up his spot, Li Ming would still definitely be arranged into the close protection team, saving Qin Xiao the hassle.

“The most important person among the Blue Star accompanying personnel is this one—Professor Wu.” Behind him, a photo appeared on the screen, featuring a hooked nose, deep crevices beside the wings of the nose, and indifferent eyes that seemed devoid of any emotion.

At first glance, he didn’t seem like a scientific researcher but rather quite stern.

“Due to special reasons, Professor Wu’s physical condition is only equivalent to an ordinary person, but he has wide connections, one of the few people from our Blue Star who can speak on interstellar matters.”

Chief Wang shrugged, “If a hair on this man were to fall on Silver Grey Star, let alone you, even the minister would be in big trouble.”

The group couldn’t help but laugh.

“Of course, he has his own private bodyguards, we basically don’t need to concern ourselves with him; however, the others…”

Chief Wang introduced one by one; there were quite a few accompanying personnel from Blue Star, including several media reporters and officials of various levels.

There are only five core members of the interstellar inspection team; the rest are just ordinary workers accompanying them.

“Alright, everyone, go prepare.

We’ll gather at six o’clock sharp,” Chief Wang arranged everything, and the meeting dispersed.”

“Li Ming…” Wang Zhiheng came over, his hair combed back, appearing somewhat unrestrained.

“Chief Wang…” Li Ming greeted.

“Old Yang and I have a good relationship; he has led me before, he’s like half a master to me,” Wang Zhiheng sighed, “This is a rare opportunity.

He’s almost forty, at best he would reach chief level.

If he were to be well-regarded, perhaps he could climb higher.”

“Since he gave you this opportunity, for the sake of his and my relationship, I’ll teach you a few tricks,” Wang Zhiheng said solemnly, “Do you know how you can quickly gain the favor of those bigwigs?”

“Please enlighten me, Captain Wang.” Li Ming hesitated slightly, knowing this man’s idiosyncratic reputation within the city guards.

“Actually, it’s quite simple.

You saw the document just now.

There’s a woman named Fan Xiaosu who, at only 38, is the Secretary-General of the Blue Star Interstellar Exchange Affairs Department.

She still has her charms…”

Initially, Wang Zhiheng remained serious, and Li Ming listened attentively, but Wang’s expression gradually turned sleazy, and Li Ming was left speechless.

“More importantly, she’s still single.

You’re young and handsome, and you look no worse than me.

You understand what I mean, right?

This could save you 20 years of struggle.”

He winked and grimaced, then suddenly twisted his face and howled as Zuo Ling appeared behind him, retracting her dagger.

Expressionless, she said, “Don’t listen to him.”

“Idiot…” Zhao Xiong passed by, scoffing.

Wang Zhiheng, in pain, gritted his teeth but didn’t bother to argue.

“Captain Zuo…” Li Ming greeted her.

The impressive-looking woman wiped a bit of blood off her dagger and seriously said, “I think Professor Wu is key.

He’s a professor at the Capital University of Science and Technology, highly esteemed.”

“Although you didn’t take the Star Exam, if he notices you, you still have a boundless future ahead, perhaps even better than those who pass the exam.

It’s a shame to let your youthful years waste away on Silver Grey Star.”

“Thank you, Captain Zuo.” Li Ming nodded.

Wang Zhiheng, grimacing in pain, said, “Zuo Ling, are you trying to harm him?

Don’t get your hopes up.

Do you know what kind of person Professor Wu is?

His vision is broader than a planet; it’s too difficult.”

Zuo Ling hesitated a bit, then added, “I just mentioned it offhand.

Don’t harbor any hopes.”

If ideals clash with reality, it can destabilize one’s mentality, and Li Ming, being so young, might tumble and never recover.

“Rest assured, both of you, I am aware,” said Li Ming calmly.

He then asked, “But what did Captain Zuo mean when she said that being noticed by Professor Wu might be even better than passing the exam?”

“By special channels of admission, won’t the Capital University of Science and Technology recognize it?”

Zuo Ling and Wang Zhiheng exchanged glances, their eyes conveying subtle hints.

“You’re quite informed, knowing even about admission through special channels,” Wang Zhiheng explained.

“The Capital University of Science and Technology is supported under key interstellar projects, and it’s also the university with the most resources allocated on Blue Star.”

“Privileges are not absent there, just minimized to the lowest.

Through these special channels, you can enroll, but your name won’t appear on the admission list, nor on the graduation list.”

“You’ll only have a certificate from the University of Science and Technology, proving that you studied there.

Though it still has value, it’s far less compared to that of official students.”

Li Ming pondered; the cripple had also told him that his name wouldn’t appear on the admission list.

Wang Zhiheng casually said, “Also, these students receive the least resources.

Most just get in to make connections or to ‘gold-plate’ themselves.”

“There are also a few ordinary people who fail the exams, who spend their entire fortunes for a chance to change their fate drastically.”

Zuo Ling added, “Only those who enter through the normal exams are considered true students of the Capital University of Science and Technology, enjoying regular resource training and various benefits.”

“However, these students mostly end up staying within Blue Star after graduation, hardly ever venturing beyond their civilization.”

“Only the top, the most outstanding individuals are nurtured best.

From six star systems, ten million peers, only ten thousand are selected, and from those, only a handful truly stand out,” Zuo Ling remarked, “Both innate talent and family background are indispensable.”

After talking for a while and seeing Li Ming’s silence, Wang Zhiheng couldn’t help but pat his shoulder, “Alright, don’t think too much about it.

Consider the brighter path that your elder brother has pointed out for you.”

Li Ming gave him a glance, “Why aren’t you charging ahead yourself, Captain Wang?”

“Me?” Wang Zhiheng sighed, “I wanted to, but if my son doesn’t carry the Wang surname, my father would skin me alive.”

“Your father is long gone anyway; it doesn’t matter.”

Li Ming fell silent.

……

With the arrival of these prominent figures, not just the city guards but the entire Silver Grey City became bustling.

At 2 a.m., the streets began to be cleaned.

All departments worked through the night, coordinating.

Even the Star Creation Company sent representatives in a grand manner, with over a dozen hovercars, each bodyguard towering and formidable, not just for show.

“Tsk, Chen Songnan, the head of the Star Creation Company’s local branch.

Don’t be fooled by his smiley appearance; he’s a crafty old fox,” Wang Zhiheng and Li Ming dressed in city guard uniforms, robust and imposing, stood aside.

Chen Songnan was chatting amiably with Qin Xiao and a few others.

As the time neared 10 o’clock, everyone took their positions.

Qin Xiao and the others composed themselves, though not without difficulty.

Rumble!

The wind speed increased gradually, the ground’s weeds bowed low, and a shadow formed on the ground, which then expanded as the wind pressure intensified.

A large spaceship came into view, hundreds of meters long, resembling a massive metallic meteorite.

The surface, made of some advanced alloy, flickered with a faint blue glow.

They could only see the fluorescent glow under the spaceship and the gradually dimming thrusters.

Boom!

The spaceship landed completely, accompanied by a buzzing sound, as the hatch slowly opened.

Standing at the door was a slender figure, skin crimson, with an unusually long neck adorned with a metal ring, and narrow eyes like slits.